Sword and the Script

JANUARY 31, 2023

My last PR tech sum went up in early November – and there’s a lot that happened between then and now. I’ve teased the deals in the headline, but there are a lot of AI happenings in PR too. Here’s this month’s summary of the news from the vendor community this month. which is a privately held “special acquisition vehicle.”

Software 78

Software Case Study Technology Tools 78

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 7, 2020

A few months back, Agility PR Solutions announced it updated its media monitoring tool. As I noted then, the company indicated the new release focused on improving the workflow, search and sharing abilities in the platform. 1) Overview of Agility PR Solutions. Agility PR Solutions is a subsidiary of Innodata Inc.

Tools 82

Tools Comparison Media System 82

Critical Mention

JANUARY 8, 2019

A lot of businesses are still under the impression that PR is as simple as sending press releases. But in today’s analytics-driven, multi-channel world it is far more complex than companies may think. In an extremely competitive market with so many ways to communicate, developing a unique PR strategy is no easy task.

Strategy 72

Strategy Pitching Measurement LinkedIn 72

Sword and the Script

MARCH 24, 2015

As a metric for content marketing, pageviews are flawed according to a white paper – Why Content Marketers Are Using All the Wrong Metrics – published by Contently. The company provides the combination of a talent marketplace and content marketing software to manage projects and campaigns. Why Pageviews are a Weak Metric?

Content Marketing 60

Content Marketing Measurement Marketing Analytics 60

Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 14, 2017

The first measure came from a business with a marketing automation system implemented. The second measure was largely a manual effort: going back through the deals closed at the end of the year and identifying which ones had downloaded gated for content featured on the blog. Components to Effectively Measure a B2B Blog.

B2B 67

B2B Measurement Blogging Community 67

Stephen Waddington

DECEMBER 30, 2019

This is my annual long-read essay on the future of the PR business. Dr Jon White is a reflective PR practitioner and scholarly provocateur. He published a paper called PR 2020 on behalf of the CIPR in 2011 that examined the future of PR. PR is a social science. Influencer marketing is messy How we do it 9.

Government 103

Government Education Print Ethics 103

Sword and the Script

MAY 23, 2017

It’s hard to pin down a precise anniversary date, but PR and SEO have been together for the better of 20 years. The intersection these two marketing functions is powerful: when both on the same page – literally and figuratively – it can significantly amplify results. Interestingly, the tools for managing and measuring PR and SEO.

SEO 64

SEO Tools Engineering Web 64

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 10, 2017

It’s easy to believe there are a million marketing blogs but that’s just not true. If you blog about marketing – especially with any semblance of frequency – you are in fact among a fair small group. Marketing ranked sixth, which I’d have guessed would have ranked higher. A Simple Measure of Marketing Many Businesses Miss.

Survey 60

Survey Blogging Corporate Analytics 60

Sword and the Script

NOVEMBER 22, 2016

If you’re not using Facebook ads because you don’t think they work in B2B marketing , then you are among thin ranks. For example, a survey of 342 B2B marketers – the State of B2B Social Media Marketing 2016 (reg. For example, a survey of 342 B2B marketers – the State of B2B Social Media Marketing 2016 (reg.

B2B 60

B2B Facebook Marketing Social Media 60

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Some marketing and communications predictions suggest AI will change the world; others see a tailspin of noise and and see humanity as a path for differentiation Most marketing and PR professionals have formed strong viewpoints on AI. That much is apparent I compiled this year’s list of marketing and communications predictions.

Writing 190

Writing Communications Marketing B2B 190

PR 20/20

SEPTEMBER 19, 2017

In fact, PR 20/20 became HubSpot’s first agency partner back in 2007 —a decision that continues to fuel and inspire our business. The HubSpot Growth Stack aims to solve our number one setback as data-driven marketers: the “ elusive, fully-integrated marketing stack.” Marketing: To Attract Visitors …. Yep, we were too.

Marketing 40

Marketing Tools Data Report 40

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 10, 2019

As I’ve done in recent years, I’ve asked a whole bunch of smart people for their marketing predictions or PR predictions for the next year. And now on with the marketing and PR predictions for 2020. 1) Marketing embraces sustainability. 2) Marketing analytics enable better efficiency. “In

Marketing 99

Marketing Content Marketing Advertising Advertising 99

Newsfile

JANUARY 24, 2024

The public relations field covers a wide array of tools and you may find it hard to know how to prioritize your PR efforts in 2024. So, to help you out, we’ve identified the top 5 PR trends in 2024. 74% of PR pros report an increase in work quality when using AI. Meanwhile Google currently offers Gemini Pro in Bard.

Trends 52

Trends Data-Driven PR Analytics Survey 52

Buzzstream

DECEMBER 20, 2023

While it may be tempting to cut costs using shady SEO tactics to take advantage of Google’s algorithm, Google eventually catches up and penalizes many sites over time. Over the past ten years, I’ve tried numerous tools, and the ones below represent the most useful link-building tools on the market today.

Tools 71

Tools SEO Analysis Google 71

Buzzstream

DECEMBER 20, 2023

While it may be tempting to cut costs using shady SEO tactics to take advantage of Google’s algorithm, Google eventually catches up and penalizes many sites over time. Over the past ten years, I’ve tried numerous tools, and reviewed several tools for digital PR , and tools for blogger outreach. Pricing: Alerts Are Free 4.

Tools 62

Tools SEO Analysis Google 62

Buzzstream

DECEMBER 20, 2023

While it may be tempting to cut costs using shady SEO tactics to take advantage of Google’s algorithm, Google eventually catches up and penalizes many sites over time. Over the past ten years, I’ve tried numerous tools, and reviewed several tools for digital PR , and tools for blogger outreach. Pricing: Alerts Are Free 4.

Tools 62

Tools SEO Analysis Google 62

Buzzstream

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Either way, using tools and technologies to aid your marketing strategy has never been more impactful than in the age of AI. In PR, where users spend hours researching contacts and monitoring media placements, the need to streamline processes is always at a premium. PRs appreciate Cision’s targeted search functionality.

Digital PR 62

Digital PR Tools Google Pitching 62

Buzzstream

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Either way, using tools and technologies to aid your marketing strategy has never been more impactful than in the age of AI. In PR, where users spend hours researching contacts and monitoring media placements, the need to streamline processes is always at a premium. PRs appreciate Cision’s targeted search functionality.

Digital PR 62

Digital PR Tools Google Pitching 62

Presspage

FEBRUARY 1, 2019

It’s easy to get intimidated with analytics when you start your PR career. Brand awareness, trust, and relationship building aren't straightforward metrics that are easily measured. There are many different KPIs used including AVE, total reach and impressions to measure the overall potential of PR strategies.

Analytics 154

Analytics Google Measurement Data 154

PR 20/20

DECEMBER 10, 2019

Based on our own analytic data, the vast majority of you reading this are marketers, sales pros, service professionals, and business executives. Yet here we are, working in the digital age of marketing. Yet here we are, working in the digital age of marketing. This is Scott Brinker’s Marketing Technology Landscape.

Report 52

Report How To Marketing Analytics 52

Sword and the Script

MARCH 15, 2022

Truescope is a new media monitoring tool that just raised $6.2 million in funding and opened a New York office; here’s a detailed look at the product. Truescope is a new media monitoring technology that’s launching in the U.S. So, how can it possibly compete? Mr. Croll recently briefed me on his product and plans.

Tools 157

Tools Media Software Analysis 157

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 17, 2016

The push for better measurement in marketing and PR has been something of a groundswell over the last decade. Indications of success and key performance indicators (KPIs) have come a long way toward suggesting whether marketing is on the right or wrong track. These trends put the whole science of marketing at risk.

Analytics 60

Analytics Data Report Measurement 60

Cision

APRIL 27, 2017

Besides, if you want to hear from CEO Kevin Akeroyd, CMO Chris Lynch or VP Marketing Communications Nick Bell, you’ll just have to RSVP to our next Cision World Tour event. Impressed with PR thought leadership role being played by Cision and CMO @cglynch during #CisionWorldTour. pic.twitter.com/5iEc1ytxLw. —

Data 264

Data Leadership Tools Advertising 264

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 5, 2014

There’s an old saying in advertising that half of the budget is wasted, but marketers don’t know which half. Today, there are enough analytical tools today to avoid wasting half of the marketing spend. Eight-five percent of marketers said the pressure to demonstrate business value had increased this year over the previous year.

Measurement 118

Measurement Analytics Tools SEO 118

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

JUNE 13, 2023

Sound PR practices are essential if you want to build connections with your target audience. This involves establishing credibility for your brand by enhancing customer engagement and improving awareness of what you offer in the marketplace.

Analytics 40

Analytics Content Marketing Measurement Advertising 40

Shift Communications

OCTOBER 14, 2016

PR teams have long deplored the challenges of how to best measure your PR success and effectively report program results. Yes, it can be difficult to understand how to justify your team’s hard work to management, or to measure PR’s contribution to the bottom line.

Measurement 60

Measurement How To Trade Shows Analytics 60

Shift Communications

DECEMBER 2, 2015

Tech innovation has begun a new movement in building companies, even a complete rethink of how existing companies should operate. The rise and adoption of exponential technologies—accelerating tools, processes and organizational concepts that generate better performance measured in multiples compared to established competitors.

Analytics 60

Analytics YouTube Video Hotels 60

Buzzstream

MARCH 13, 2024

As Google continues to tighten the noose on borderline link building tactics with March 2024 Helpful Content updates , building backlinks is more important than ever. Even some white hat link building strategies rub against Google’s spam guidelines if builders don’t properly check websites for quality signals. Enter digital PR.

Digital PR 71

Digital PR Construction Case Study SEO 71

ZudePR

MAY 31, 2015

You work in public relations, SEO, content marketing or social media marketing. You’re thinking of completely overhauling how you market your company. Let me open the door to a new world for you? We both own PR companies, with a twist. A new way of working where nice guys/gals win. I think so.

Communications 81

Communications How To Blogging Content Marketing 81

Shift Communications

SEPTEMBER 20, 2017

One of the most common PR measurement questions we receive is, “What is the value of an impression?” Why do we measure impressions? High quality impressions grow awareness and improve perception. How do we assign a value to impressions as they relate to the work we do in earned media?

Analytics 132

Analytics Measurement Software Survey 132

Shift Communications

OCTOBER 19, 2015

One of the most common PR measurement questions we receive is, “What is the value of an impression?” Why do we measure impressions? High quality impressions grow awareness and improve perception. How do we assign a value, then, to impressions as they relate to the work we do in earned media?

Analytics 60

Analytics Measurement Software Advertising 60

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 11, 2018

As I’m wont to do at year’s end, I ask many brilliant marketing and PR types for their take on what might transpire over the next twelve months. This year, more than 20 professionals – real people that do real marketing and PR work every day – responded and with high-quality ideas that I found to be invigorating and thought-provoking.

Social Media 90

Social Media Marketing Media Creativity 90

Stephen Waddington

NOVEMBER 19, 2017

12 months is an arbitrary period to measure change in a sector that is rapidly innovating in some areas such as artificial intelligence and digital media; but woefully slow in others such as diversity and ethics. Connectivity should improve inclusivity however the digital media environment is coalescing around a group of monopolies.

Publicity 164

Publicity Ethics Data Community 164